I am personally in the process of a 2.35L EJ22t shortblock build up. I am not intending on using aftermarket rods. Although I don't intend to rev past 6.5-7k, and my CR should be around 8.4:1. I think with this kinda setup I can get to 300 whp (which was my original goal). To go another 50whp. I bet a similar setup could take it so long as the tune + supporting mods are all there.